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Congregation Beth Solomon

198 Tomlinson Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19116 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Congregation Beth Solomon is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 43 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 21). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
21 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 29, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 19, 2025 · Inspection · no citation May 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Jul 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 7
Training & qualifications 5
Records & paperwork 4
Background checks 2
Health & medication 2
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff 3 had state police clearance on file, but it was in pending status since 12-12-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Staff 3 requested and received on 6-29-26. Clearance confirming no record from PA State Police. Document entered in staff persons file.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
Date of when emergency plan was reviewed is unknown. There is no date documented
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2026): “All staff were trained at the May staff meeting. All staff were in attendance and signed the attendance sheet.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
Certification rep observed disinfectant spray was observed in the Prek room. Certification rep observed disinfectant wipes, disinfectant spray, cleaning solution were observed on the counter accessible to children. Sun spray was observed on top of the cubby.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2026): “All toxics were stored in locked cabinets and labeled. All staff were spoken to regarding proper storage at all times.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Chipped paint was observed in the Prek and Preschool room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2026): “Appointment set with painter to sand and paint all areas.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Health assessment for staff 3 was expired. (2-22-24)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2026): “Staff 3 completed health assessment 7-2-26.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff 2 was missing health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Staff 1 completed training 7-1-26”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Staff 2 and 3 were missing written annual evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2026): “Reviews were written and discussed with staff signed copies were put in staff files.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
Staff 3 was missing education from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Education, associate's in early childhood was misfiled. Placed in proper file.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child 1,2 and 3 were missing child observations from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Assessments were completed for all children but were not printed. All assessments have been printed and placed in children's files. All previous printouts were given to families.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Fee agreement for child 3 was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Updated agreements given to parent. Waiting for them to return.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff 1 was missing 1 reference letter. Staff 2 and staff 3 were missing 2 reference letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “References have been requested. Staff will check and make sure requests have been followed up and reference letters submitted prior to August 15th.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
Information on how to access the regulations and contact information is not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2026): “Another copy was hung to ensure it was in a place where parents could see it easily.”
Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff 2 was missing 9 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Staff 2 completed all hours by 7-6-26”
Citation May 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, there was a door on the main level which did not close completely, and, could pose a hazard to the children in care. The door leads to the child care entrance
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “The door will be repaired.”
Core safety Jul 5, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At time of inspection, staff person #1 had an expired FBI clearance documented in her record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “Staff person #1 is currently in the process of renewing her FBI clearance and is waiting for it to be mailed out. Once received it shall be documented in her record as required per regulations.”
Citation Jul 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During time of inspection, there was toxic materials being stored in an unlocked sink cabinet located in the front section of the main room of facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “All toxic materials in the unlocked cabinet shall be stored out of the reach of children and/or a lock shall be installed on the cabinet to prevent children from accessing.”
Citation Jul 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During time of inspection, the sink in the front area of facility was leaking and in need of repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “The sink in the front room area shall be repaired and there shall be no surfaces in the facility in need of repair.”
Citation Jul 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At time of inspection, staff person #2 with a degree from another country did not have an evaluation completed to determine her qualifications for the position of AGS at facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2023): “The educational documents for staff person #2 shall be sent to a professional evaluation company for review and evaluation to determine staff person #2 educational qualifications.”
Citation Jul 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
At time of inspection, the window screen on the left side of the room facing the street had a torn/broken screen that is in need of repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “The screen on the left side of the classroom shall be repaired and in good repair.”
Citation Jul 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
At time of inspection, the hand washing requirement was not posted at the sink and/or bathroom area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “A copy of the hand washing requirement was provided by the cert rep and posted at time of inspection.”
Citation Jul 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During time of inspection, several of the children napping on the left side of the classroom were not on their assigned rest equipment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2022): “All rest equipment being used by the children at the facility shall be labeled for individual use and shall be used alone by the children that is assigned.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $78.46 $39.23
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $73.85 $36.92
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $69.23 $34.62
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.00 $30.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $92.31 $46.15
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $92.31 $46.15

The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.

About this center

Capacity 43 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 30, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jan 18, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Congregation Beth Solomon
Hours Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM–3:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 671-1981
State certificate # CER-00259861
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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Common questions

Has Congregation Beth Solomon had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jun 29, 2026 (background checks): “Staff 3 had state police clearance on file, but it was in pending status since 12-12-25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Congregation Beth Solomon?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Congregation Beth Solomon since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Congregation Beth Solomon’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jan 18, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Congregation Beth Solomon compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Congregation Beth Solomon last inspected?

Jun 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Congregation Beth Solomon cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $78.46 for infant, $73.85 for young toddler, $69.23 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Congregation Beth Solomon?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Congregation Beth Solomon.

Certified centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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